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DPCA 1.5 TFSI 150hp

Engine code DPCA is a petrol, rated at 150 hp. It was fitted to 8 different VW Group models, which is why the code matters more than the badge on the boot.

Cars fitted with DPCA

MakeModelGenerationPower
AudiA1GB (2018–2024)150 hp
AudiA3GY (2020–2024)150 hp
AudiQ2GA (2016–2024)150 hp
VWGolfMk8 / CD (2019–2024)150 hp
VWPassatB8 / 3G (2014–2023)150 hp
VWT-CrossC1 (2018–2024)150 hp
VWT-RocA1 (2017–2024)150 hp
VWTiguanAD / BW (2016–2024)150 hp

Which ECU it runs

DPCA is controlled by a Bosch MG1CS011 engine control unit.

Where to find your engine code

The three or four letter code is stamped on the engine block and is usually printed in the service book. It is also stored electronically, so any diagnostic tool that talks to the engine control unit will read it back without you having to find the stamping.

The code matters more than the model year. Cars of the same age and badge were built with different engines, and the timing arrangement, common faults and correct parts all follow the code rather than the year.

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Common questions

What car has engine code DPCA?

DPCA was fitted to the Audi A1 GB (2018–2024), the Audi A3 GY (2020–2024), the Audi Q2 GA (2016–2024), the VW Golf Mk8 / CD (2019–2024), the VW Passat B8 / 3G (2014–2023), the VW T-Cross C1 (2018–2024).

What is engine code DPCA?

DPCA is a 1.5 TFSI 150hp (petrol).

Which ECU does DPCA use?

DPCA runs a Bosch MG1CS011 engine control unit.